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Free Level 3 English Language Course in Hessle

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Advanced GCE in English Language Course in Hessle. Classes run at Hessle High School and Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. You'll study how English works across a range of contexts, from child language acquisition and media language to language change over time. You'll also complete an independent research investigation and an academic poster as coursework. Entry requires GCSE English at grade 5 and GCSE Maths at grade 4. The OCR advanced GCE in english language qualification is a recognised route toward university study in English, linguistics, journalism, and related subjects.

Who this course is for

You Will Study Exploring Language

Language under the Microscope. Writing about a topical language issue. Comparing and contrasting texts.

Dimensions of Linguistic Variation

Child language acquisition. Language in the media. Language change.

Independent Language Research (coursework)

Investigation (2,000 - 2,500 words)

Academic poster (750 - 1,000 words)

This course looks at English in its various forms and contexts. It develops a variety of skills including critical reading, data analysis, evaluation and the ability to develop and sustain arguments.

Assessment 80% Exam and 20% Coursework.

Future Opportunities Many of our students go on to study English and related courses such as journalism at university.

Entry requirements

GCSE English (5), GCSE Maths (4)

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse how language varies across different contexts and situations.
  • You'll study child language acquisition and how children develop communication.
  • You'll examine how language is used and shaped by the media.
  • You'll explore how the English language has changed over time.
  • You'll compare and contrast texts, looking at language choices and effects.
  • You'll write about topical language issues, developing your analytical voice.
  • You'll carry out an independent language research investigation of 2,000 to 2,500 words.
  • You'll produce an academic poster summarising your research findings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom study at Hessle High School and Sixth Form College, covering set topics in linguistic variation, language change, and language in the media. Assessment includes written examinations and a coursework component. The coursework consists of an independent investigation (2,000 to 2,500 words) and an academic poster (750 to 1,000 words). The written exams test your ability to analyse texts, discuss language issues, and apply linguistic frameworks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hessle High School and Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Journalist: research, write, and edit for print or digital media.
  • Copywriter: produce written content for brands and organisations.
  • Communications officer: manage messaging and written output for employers.
  • Editorial assistant: support writers and editors in publishing.
  • Content writer: create articles, blogs, and web copy.
  • Marketing assistant: write and coordinate campaigns across channels.
  • Teaching assistant: support English learning in schools.
  • Public relations assistant: draft press releases and media communications.

What you could study next

An advanced GCE in English Language opens the door to undergraduate study. You could go on to a BA in English Language, Linguistics, English Literature, Journalism, or Communications at university. If you want to teach, a degree followed by a PGCE in English is the route into secondary school teaching. Some learners also progress to combined honours degrees that pair English with Media, Creative Writing, or a modern language.

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